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Blaine teacher and students recognized for sportsmanship BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR
BLAINE — Last spring, when first-grade teacher Judie Offerdahl received an email notifying her that she and her colleagues, Sarah Myhre and Shelby Baker, and their first-graders at North Pointe Elementary School were to be honored for a small act of kindness, she thought it was cool. However, after attending the Musial Awards event Nov. 19 at the Peabody Opera House in St. Louis,
Missouri, she quickly realized what an honor it was. This year the Musial Awards, formerly known as the National Sportsmanship Awards, recognized nine recipients: North Pointe Elementary was the only award-winner in Minnesota. Last January, Minnesota Vikings kicker Blair SUBMITTED Walsh missed a 27-yard field goal in a playoff game. North Pointe Elementary School first grade teachers Shelby Offerdahl, a Circle Pines resident, knew her kids Baker (left), Judie Offerdahl, olympian Jack Sock and Sarah would be crushed, so she decided to use it as a Myhre pose for a photo at the Musial Awards Nov. 19. The teachers, along with their students, were recognized for a small act of kindness that went a long way.
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14th annual WinterFest set for Jan. 21
issues,” he said. “Then our landlord found out we wanted to move and offered to sell us this building.” With extra footage of the building not yet in use, Hansen said there is room to expand - though he doesn’t intend to use the entire building for the clinic necessarily. The staff is excited for the new space and says it allows for animals who don’t get along with other animals to be separated in the waiting room. Carly Jones, a veterinary
Cross-country ski lessons, fat bike demonstrations, wax demonstrations, snowshoeing, winter birding and a food truck will all be part the 14th annual WinterFest, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Experienced cross-country skiers and novices ready to learn are all welcome to the event with the Ride and Glide XC Ski Club, which will provide a day of free lessons, demonstrations and camaraderie. All levels of ski enthusiasts are welcome to sign up for lessons; skiers must be at least 14 years old. The day includes free one-hour lessons available at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Registration is required at www.rideandglide. org. As part of the festival, free classic and skate equipment will be provided by Joe's Ski Shop and the Ride and Glide Ski Club. Fat Biking equipment and demonstrations will be provided by Now Bikes and Fitness. Wax demonstrations and ski race videos will also be part of the day. Try snowshoeing free as part of WinterFest at Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Snowshoe the rolling hills, woods and prairies of the park. The snowshoeing area consists of a groomed trail along with vast spaces available for bushwhacking for those wanting their own space, to be more adventurous or those seeking a greater workout. Register with DIRO Outdoors through the Washington County Park’s webpage to reserve your snowshoes for a specific time, or show up at the park at the DIRO tent near the trailhead with an ID; if there are snowshoes available, check them out and go explore.
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LINO LAKES – Dr. Brian Hansen has moved his practice – Rice Creek Animal Hospital – to a much larger location just a short walk from the previous one. The clientele has grown substantially each year for the six years it’s been open and outgrew the original clinic space. The new location boasts 3,000 square feet in comparison to the previous location’s 1,500 square feet, and Hansen designed the floor plan
along with his wife Donnell, a veterinarian specializing in animal dentistry at a different clinic. “This was a bank, so the whole thing got gutted,” said Hansen of the new location. “We took about a month or two with some graph paper. We knew the dimensions of everything we wanted and how we wanted it to flow.” Hansen said he was originally going to buy the land across the street, at the corner of Hodgson Avenue and Birch Street, but it didn’t pan out. “We had some contractor
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LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lino Lakes City Council took the following action at its Jan. 3 work session: • Heard from Public Safety Director John Swenson, who informed the council that the department was looking into the possibility of a leasing program for the police division vehicles. At the Dec. 5 council work session, Councilman Rob Rafferty said he had heard some cities were leasing vehicles for their police departments. Swenson mentioned the department had provided representatives from Enterprise Fleet Management, which is a leasing company working with several other agencies, with the complete list of all city vehicles that could potentially be leased through the company. A completed proposal will be completed and presented at the council's
Feb. 6 work session. • Heard from Public Services Director Rick DeGardner, who presented a brief overview of Cartegraph for the council. The council requested the overview on the system at last month's work session. Cartegraph is a fully integrated operations management system that provides organization, process and efficiency to enhance the public services department's ability to better manage vehicles and equipment, asset management, materials inventory and citizen work requests, and to better generate reports. DeGardner said, “We have made tremendous strides in these past six to eight months, but we still have a ways to go.” He added he hoped both the utilities and parks departments would be
utilizing the system fully by next January. • Heard from Community Development Director Michael Grochala, who informed the council about a street reconstruction feasibility study for the West Shadow and LaMotte area. In June 2014, the council approved a five-year street reconstruction plan (2015-2019), which included proposed reconstruction of the Shenandoah area in 2015 and the West Shadow Lake and LaMotte area in 2019. At the next council meeting, staff will request authorization from the council for the preparation of an updated feasibility study for the area, which continues to rate poorly in the city's annual street ratings. Upon completion of the study, an updated five-year street reconstruction plan will be presented to the council in
June, which will allow for construction to begin as early as 2018. • Received a report from Grochala concerning a wetland/natural resource restoration revolving fund. In 2009, as an outcome of the Environmental Board goal-setting process, city staff began evaluating the possible restoration of an existing wetland in Wollan Park, and it was determined that the restoration efforts would be eligible for wetland banking credits. Wetland banking allows the city to restore and/or create wetland sell credits through the state wetland bank. When completed, the Wollan Park wetland bank will provide approximately 6 acres of Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) certified bank credits. While bank credits are subject to market fluctuations, recent sales in
the city have been above $2 per square foot. The overall goal of establishing the bank is to create a funding source that will allow the city to acquire properties with potential high ecological value and restore them as part of the city's greenway system. Staff is proposing an overall policy document that establishes the goals, priorities and mechanics of the wetland banking program. WSB has submitted a proposal to assist the city with the development of the plan at a cost not to exceed $8,180. Funding will come from the surface water management fund. The next regular City Council meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23 in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
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intermediate airport. According to the report, MAC will look at neighborhood needs. The next meeting will be in March. • Petracek said the city is at the halfway point in police contract negotiations and hopes to have it wrapped up in February. • Kurth announced the 2016 holiday light winners. First place was Phyllis Valenta residence at 9216 Syndicate Avenue, second place was Scott Rand residence at 8919 Naples Street and third place was Wesley Knox residence at 8711 Dunlap Avenue. • Approved hiring two new fi refighters: Onna Belter and Keith Harris. • Passed resolution No. 17-01 adding Mike Murphy to the cable commission board and appointing John Hughes as vice mayor. • Passed resolution No. 17-02 adding a new charge of 15 percent administrative charge to bills sent out for property maintenance. This would apply only to unique cases that are beyond the normal scope of staff work. Also, added a $30 charge for bounced checks. • Passed ordinance updating standards for manufactured homes and reworked the ordinance to prohibit people from building tiny houses that are commonly seen on television, which are usually a little over 600 square feet. Petracek said the planning commission decided that was not something they want to allow in zoning codes. • Passed ordinance No. 17-02 which requires people interested in
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The Lexington City Council took the following action at its Jan. 7 meeting: • City Administrator Bill Petracek swore in re-elected Mayor Mark Kurth and council members Diane Harris and Mike Murphy for the next four years. • Lexington Fire Department Chief Gary Grote presented three local Wal-Mart store managers with appreciation awards after receiving $7,000 from grants, written by Firefighter Mike Maleski, to purchase 20 new traditional helmets. • Council member Diane Harris presented recap of Anoka County-Blaine Airport Advisory Commission meeting. In the past year, the number of noise complaints dropped. Complaints can be fi led online by setting up an account at MacNoise.com. At this time, there are no plans to increase the length of the runways. Neil Ralston from Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) will create a comprehensive plan in spring 2017 that will look into what the airport is being used for and what would be needed for changes. Information will be distributed in May with a public hearing in June. MAC said that sometimes larger planes need to use the airport for safety and more fuel sales are good for business. The commission challenged against that “just because an aircraft fi nds it convenient to land at ANE doesn't mean we have to accommodate them and look at expanding runways,” the report said. The runway would need to expand to 5,001 feet in length to be considered an
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WINTERFEST: County to offer day full of winter activities tips to improve their glide on both classic and skate skis, or work on their hill climbing or new skate techniques. Advanced skiers may receive help honing techniques for more efficiency. Registration with the Ride and Glide Ski club is required for all lessons and bike demonstrations at www.rideandglide.org. Plan to arrive early to sign in for a desired time and get fit for equipment. As part of the festival, free skate and classic equipment will be provided by Joe's Ski Shop. Skiers will also need a MN Ski Pass ($6/day or $20/annual) and a valid Washington County Parks vehicle permit ($7/ day or $30/annual). The ski pass and vehicle permit are both available for purchase at the Lake Elmo Park Contact Station. The Nordic Center has ample parking (overflow is across the park road at Eagle Point Trailhead), indoor seating and tables for guests, WiFi, restrooms with lockers and changing stalls, a water refi ll station, indoor fi replace, outdoor bonfi re pit, and ski racks and ski waxing stations. Lake Elmo Park Reserve is at the intersection of County Road 19 and County Road 10, one mile north of Interstate 94 in Lake Elmo. For more Washington County Parks programs and events, see www. co.washington.mn.us/parks.
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there will be a guided morning bird hike at 9 a.m. that meets at the Nordic Center. Kabomellette Food Truck will sell hot chili, cinnamon rolls, coffee and cocoa from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Skiers from the Nordic Center Trailhead will have access to 10 miles of groomed crosscountry ski trails and 5.5 miles of LED-lighted trails from dusk to 9:30 p.m. Beginners may learn how to glide without shuffling, skate skiers may make their move to the next hill. Helpful downhill survival techniques and "how to get up the next hill" will be demonstrated. Intermediate skiers will receive
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85-year-old Sterling Rule, of Circle Pines, fell while getting his mail on Jan. 5. Thankfully some good samaritans happened to be passing by and came to his rescue. Chris Anderson and Brandon Swenson, technicians for Innovative Security Systems, Inc., were driving when they noticed the man on the ground near his mailbox. Anderson and Swenson were able to lift Rule and get him back inside his home safely. Rule escaped the incident with a cut, bruise and a cold.
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viral post from the website Thrillist recently ranked Minnesota as the number one state for most miserable winters in the nation. From what I saw, many of my friends accepted this designation with an amused fatalism, since it came as no surprise. Contrary to this dour label, I know many Minnesotans who engage wholeheartedly in winter outdoor activities—skiers, snowmobilers, snowshoers, ice fishers and even dogsledders revel in the snowy months. Last year, I discovered another way to make the most of the Minnesota winter—the Checkpoint MN challenge. Checkpoint MN is characterized as a “winter scavenger hunt,” Getting sponsored by Explore Minnesota, that challenges participants to in Tune visit 10 iconic destinations around Jackie Bussjaeger the state. The challenge opened on Dec. 15, and will continue until Feb. 12. The premise is simple: take your photo with the official signpost declaring the spot as a checkpoint, upload it to the Checkpoint MN website and earn points that you can exchange for prizes. Depending on how many of the 10 points you end up with, you can win anything from wool socks to a three-day hotel getaway. Top prizes include outdoor trips and top grade outdoor gear such as backpacks, insulated clothing and tents. This year, the checkpoints are located in St. Louis Park, Chanhassen, Rochester, Redwood Falls, Fergus Falls, Grand Rapids, Nisswa, Walker, Grand Marais and Baudette. I’ve visited five of the 10, and I have until Feb. 12 to knock out the rest. Last year one of the checkpoints happened to be in downtown Stillwater, very close and accessible, which got me in the door. Despite grandiose promises to myself, I achieved only two checkpoints— some of the destinations are a few hours’ drive away, and it’s not always possible to take the necessary time out of your schedule. Even so, my two points gained me a free pair of purple wool socks, which give me a particular satisfaction to wear in the winter, since the journey that delivered them to me was a little more intrepid than the average trip to Fleet Farm. The challenge is competitive, and the prizes go fast. By this time, many items have already run out. While this is somewhat disappointing, the real value in participating is the experience you get out of making the voyage to each location. Road trips seem out of the question during this time of the year; more likely to happen over the summer months. But there’s no real reason it should be this way! Yeah, it’s a little colder. And sometimes driving conditions can make winter travel a hassle. But as long as you are prepared for the road ahead, with plenty of warm clothes, you’re bound to have an adventuresome time. In fact, during my visit to Grand Rapids, I was also able to take a side trip to the winter bird watching destination Sax Zim Bog, which is less than an hour away. (Unfortunately I did not manage to catch sight of my quarry: the elusive great gray owl. A goal for another trip it seems!) The challenge is commercially stimulated, of course (what isn’t?) but Checkpoint MN is ultimately a way for people, especially ones who tend to interpret the arrival of winter as the termination of fun, to get out and enjoy their home state in a new way. Whether you end up with two points or ten, it’s still fun to be a part of it. If the travel bug is biting this winter, consider exploring the treasures of the wintry north. Maybe I’ll see you somewhere around—perhaps on my way to Baudette or Grand Marais. As J.R.R. Tolkien once wrote, “Not all who wander are lost.” Jackie Bussjaeger is editor of The Lowdown.
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In New Year, I’ll put Minnesota first
n the wake of last year’s dramatic and surprising presidential election, there’s a lot of uncertainty about what the new year will bring. Given the political earthquake we experienced in 2016, I’ll refrain from making any predictions about what this year’s political environment might be like. Instead, I’ll make this promise: No matter what the administraLegislator new tion brings, and no matter how Lingo divisive WashingSen. Al Franken ton may be, I’ll always put our state fi rst — and I’ll never stop fighting to deliver for Minnesota. It’s no secret I disagreed with pretty much everything Donald Trump said during his campaign and, like many Minnesotans, I found some of his rhetoric downright offensive. But he will be our president. And while we can’t yet say what he’ll do when he takes office later this month, I can say I’m going to keep doing my job the same way I always have, working to make progress for the people of Minnesota wherever I can. For example, the president-elect has signaled an interest in working on infrastructure, and while I’m concerned about whether his approach to the issue reflects the best interests of working people
(and not merely the profit motives of big corporations), I’m hopeful we may be able to get some important local projects underway. Health care is another issue of concern as we look ahead to the new administration. I’m prepared to fight back if and when the new president attempts to wipe out the progress we made in the Affordable Care Act to protect people with pre-existing conditions, to slow the growth in health care costs, and to bring the best of Minnesota’s own health care innovations to the rest of the country. I’ll stand my ground if Republicans try to end the Medicare guarantee or slash Medicaid or take coverage away from millions of people. But I’m also ready to fi nd common ground with colleagues of both parties on ways to continue improving our health care system. Believe it or not, that common ground does exist. For example, in December, the 21st Century Cures Act—a bipartisan compromise that contained support for potentially life-saving medical research as well as a number of other provisions I’ve been working to get done for a long time—was signed into law. One such provision stems from what I learned on my 28-city rural health tour last year. Our rural communities face a series of unique health care challenges, none more serious than the epidemic of opioid abuse. I always have believed there’s nothing
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Hocus focus: New Year’s resolutions you should never make
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here are New Year’s resolutions you should never make. Or, you can make these resolutions‌ just don’t plan to keep them. Simplicity is best. People complicate their lives with profound proclamations that they think will make their lives better, but only lead to suffering and discouragement. There is an easier way! The following are a few of the decrees one should not make on New Year’s Eve: Lose weight. This is obvious, don’t even try. Just moderately exercise and eat relatively healthy and assume that in the year ahead some scientist will discover that unique chemical found in tree leaves that keeps giraffes thin and in shape. This will be available in tablet form over the counter for $3 a month and everyone will suddenly have a body like Rihanna — only without the tattoos and angst. Resolve to read one book a month. Are you kidding?! Save time
and rent the movie. Most books have now become movies and you can save so much time by not getting into the depth of the characters. Just look at most of Steven Seagal’s movies —they Movers and were all books once. Watch any one of them Shakers and discover if anyone Norm Barnhart needs plot or character development. Instead, you can just see stuff explode and watch him sort of run here and there. This is only one classic example of the movie being simply better than reading and using your imagination. With this depth of character, a picture is worth 10 words. Spend more time with your family. Sure, we all want to do that, but you know they probably don’t. So go ahead and simply state this resolution, but know that everyone
any variety of fruitcake. So go ahead and resolve to restrict consumption of that “cake.â€? Bonus tip: The best way to enjoy fruitcake is to let it sit in the basement for ďŹ ve months, tie a rope around the tin and use it for a row boat anchor this summer. Some folks keep the whole New Year’s decree thing very simple and straightforward. My wife has no regrets about the one resolution she makes every year. She calmly makes will be glad you did not work towards this resolution and is very happy and its implementation. well-adjusted with its clarity and the Eat fewer sweets. Here is a simple ease of keeping it. Yes, my sweetheart one that means nothing. Of course, makes and succeeds with the same if one means by “sweetsâ€? those cute, colorful rock-hard candies that you got resolution every year ‌ “I resolve to as a gift in the decorative tin, it is easy not make any resolutions.â€? Bravo! to swear off those “sweetsâ€? as well as the orange Halloween “peanutsâ€? and Norm is a comic entertainer from Pixie Stix. Go ahead and make this resolution and keep it, as we all know Minnesota who will eat one bite of that chocolate is a nutritious food and fruitcake every year, just to remember not a “sweet.â€? what a carb is. InspireBiz.com. Eat fewer carbs. Here is an easy one to keep. Simply deďŹ ne “carbsâ€? as
People complicate their lives with profound proclamations that they think will make their lives better, but only lead to suffering and discouragement.
LEGISLATIVE BRIEF Sivarajah elected Anoka County Board chair
For the seventh consecutive year, Commissioner Rhonda Sivarajah was elected chair of the seven-member Anoka County Board at its Jan. 3 organizational meeting. Commissioner Scott Schulte was elected vice chair. Sivarajah represents Dis-
trict 6 in eastern Anoka County, which includes Centerville, Circle Pines, Columbus, Lexington, Lino Lakes, Linwood Township and a portion of Blaine. Sivarajah has been a member of the county board since 2003. In addition to her duties as board chair, she was named chair of the coun-
ty’s airport and human services committees and the Anoka County/ Blaine Airport (Janes Field) NW Building Area joint powers board. She will serve as vice chair of the county’s finance and capital improvements and property records and taxation committees and will be a member of the internal audit, transportation,
CHURCH BRIEFS Talking to your children about internet safety
St. Mark Lutheran Church will host a free event at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22 for both parents and their children about internet safety. During the event, national author and speaker KateMadonna Hindes will discuss online boundaries, internet rules, online bullying and how to have a dialogue between parents and children about the issues surrounding the internet. The program is recommended for students in middle school, or students who will be in middle school in the near future and their parents. All are welcome to the event. Contact Tricia Niesche, tricia.niesche@gmail.com, or the church at 763-784-2258 for more information or to attend. St. Mark Lutheran Church is located at 1 North Road in Circle Pines.
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web oversight, benefits and compensation, and ag preservation credit ad hoc committees. Sivarajah also was named to the Workforce Development Board and will serve on the Anoka County-Blaine Airport advisory commission; Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority; the Anoka County Regional Railroad Authority; the board of directors and ex-
ecutive committee of the Metropolitan Emergency Services Board; Metropolitan Mosquito Control District board; Children and Family Council governing board; board of oversight of court-appointed attorneys; and the Greater MSP board of directors (Minneapolis-Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership). Sivarajah is a voting delegate and also serves on the board of direc-
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The adoption and implantation of human embryos will be discussed at Lifetree CafĂŠ at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 or at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. The program, titled, “Playing God: Is Science Going too Far?â€? features a filmed interview with Ron Stoddart, an adoption attorney and embryo adoption advocate. During the program, participants will discuss whether embryo adoption is a viable adoption choice or a form of playing God. Admission to the event is free and snacks and beverages will be provided. Lifetree CafĂŠ is located at 1 Shepherd Court, Circle Pines. For more information, contact Ann at 612-751-5707 or at lifetreecafecpmn@ gmail.com.
The following local students made the dean's list at a university this fall: Lauren Lindsey, Lino Lakes, South Dakota State University, Brookings, South Dakota. Matthew McCoshen, Lino Lakes, University of Wisconsin-Superior Hannah Spear, Lino Lakes, University of Wisconsin-Superior Jesse Maleski, Circle Pines, St. Cloud State University Tia Erickson, Lino Lakes, St. Cloud State University Mackenzie Ann Evenson, Lino Lakes, St. Cloud State University Andrew Kriz, Lino Lakes, St. Cloud State University Angela Schiltz, Lino Lakes, St. Cloud State University
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QUAD AREA EVENTS LUNCH WITH A NATURALIST
When: 11:30-1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: These monthly presentations will include local natural history information and possibly a relaxing stroll on the trails at Wargo. Ages 50+. No registration necessary. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com
INCOME TAXES & RETIREMENT
When: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 Where: SMW Credit Union, 700 Apollo Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Learn more about tax considerations for retirement such as tax diversification, taxation of capital gains and Social Security, health care insurance subsidies and fi nancial impact of fi rst death. $10 includes small lunch. Contact: isd12.org/ community-education
DOLLARS INTO SENSE CLASS
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 Where: Anoka County Human Services Center, 1201 89th Ave., Blaine Details: Class covers tracking expenses, putting together a spending plan, goal setting, credit, and where to get additional help. Register at least 3 days prior. Contact: 763-755-1280 or extension.umn.edu
MEN’S WILD GAME DINNER AND EXPO
When: 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 Where: Maranatha Church, 24799 Forest Blvd. N., Forest Lake Details: Hang out with other sportsmen, eat a delicious meal and hear from guest speaker Ray Howell. Hunting and
outdoor vendors,door prizes and giveaways. Open to all men 12 and up. $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Contact: realchurch. org/wildgamedinner
snowshoeing, crafts, activities and refreshments. Live animal presentations at 2 & 3 p.m. Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
LEARN TO CROSS COUNTRY SKI
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 & 28 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/evening out. $25 non-members or $20/Y members; or see early bird pricing specials. Registration required. Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/ locations/lino_lakes_ ymca
CHS BOYS HOCKEY ALUMNI APPRECIATION NIGHT
When: 5 p.m. JV game; 7 p.m. Varsity game Thursday, Jan. 19 Where: Centennial Ice Arena, 4807 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Alumni recognition game vs. Blaine High School. Contact: brady.c.lundblad@ optum.com
CONFIDENT SITTER
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23 Where: Community Ed Office, 4707 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Children ages 11+ will learn the necessary skills to be a responsible babysitter. $65; registration required. Contact: isd12.org/ community-education
17TH ANNUAL SNOW DAY
When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Free family event includes ice fishing, cross-country skiing, Norwegian kicksledding,
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When: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 Where: Chomonix Golf Course, Ski Area, 700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes Details: Introductory class appropriate for people of all abilities, ages 8+. $15/adult; $10/child includes ski rental, instruction and skiing on the trails. Registration required. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com SUBMITTED
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When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, through March 30 Where: Centennial High School West Building, Details: Walk the halls of Centennial High School. No registration required. Contact: isd12. ce.feepay.com
OPEN VOLLEYBALL
When: 6:30-9:45 p.m. Fridays, through April 21 Where: Centennial Middle School, 399 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Semicompetitive, social atmosphere. $5/session, no advance registration required. Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
OUTDOOR ICE SKATING
When: 4-9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; noon9 p.m. Saturdays; noon-6 p.m. Sundays Where: Sunrise Park, 6918 Sunrise Dr.; Birch Park, 6520 Pheasant Run S.; and City Hall Park, 1189 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Supervised skating rinks with shelters. Closed Tues. and Thurs. at City Hall Park. Call the hotline for updates or closings due to inclement weather. Contact: 651-982-2448
OPEN SWIM
When: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 8- Feb. 26 Where: Centennial Community Pool, Centennial High School East (door D13) Details: Swimmer ages 6 or older must have passed Level 3 to swim alone; 5 and under must be accompanied by a swimmer 12 or older. $2/ person, $5/family; pay at the door. Contact: 763-792-6100
Ski by the Light of the Moon WHEN: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 WHERE: Chomonix Golf Course, Ski Area, 700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes
DETAILS: Ski on the trails and then
COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS
When: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays Where: Alexandra House, Blaine Details: Weekly educational group for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence. Call to register. Contact: 763-656-1366 or Alexandrahouse.org
enjoy dinner around the fireplace. Rental available. Registration required. $20/adult; $10/child ages 8-15.
CONTACT: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks.com
Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 2-3 and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary. org
Wednesday, Jan. 11 Where: North Oaks Golf Club, 54 E Oaks Rd. Details: Breakfast & Learn session hosted by F & M Bank. Breakfast provided. Contact: 651-784-8000
NEW NEIGHBOR’S CLUB
When: 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 Where: Shoreview When: 10:15-10:45 Community Center, 4580 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Victoria St. N. Thursdays Details: All women Where: Centennial 500 CARDS new to the area or When: 7 p.m. Mondays Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines looking for activities in Where: Lino Lakes the northern suburb’s Details: Stories, Senior Center, 1189 Main are welcome to come for songs and fingerplays St. coffee and treats and for children of all ages Details: Seniors can meet new friends. RSVP. play 500. Open to anyone. and a caregiver. No Contact: 651-484-9163 registration required. Contact: 651-982-2440 Closed Thanksgiving or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us Day. RED CROSS
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When: 1-2:30 p.m. Mondays Where: Early Childhood Center, 575 Birch St., Lino Lakes Details: Open play, activities, and story time for parents and children ages 1-5. Contact: 763-792-6120 or ecfe@isd12.org
NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY MINDFULNESS CLASS
When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 7 Where: Northeast Youth and Family Services, 3490 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview Details: Five-session BABY STORYTIME When: 10:15-10:45 a.m. class on mindfulness: a state of active, open Tuesdays attention on the present Where: Centennial that can reduce anxiety, Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines increase focus and Details: Stories, songs improve relationships. $50; registration and fingerplays for children birth-24 months required. Contact: 651-379-3431 and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary. ‘DATA & ONLINE org SECURITY: WHAT
TODDLER STORYTIME When: 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays
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When: 7:30-9 a.m.
When and Where: 1-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 at Forest Lake VFW Post 4210, 556 12th St. SW and 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 1250 South Shore Dr., Forest Lake Details: All blood types and platelets needed. Call or go online to register. Contact: 800 RED CROSS or redcrossblood. org
MINNESOTA SPORTSMEN’S SHOW
When: 2-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12; noon9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Jan 14 and noon-9 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15 Where: RiverCentre, 175 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul Details: Hundreds of
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When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19 Where: Forest Lake Senior Center, 767 SW 4th St. Details: Seniors must complete the refresher course every three years to maintain auto insurance discount. $22; registration required. Contact: 888-234-1294 or mnsafetycenter.org
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Stillwater Ice Castles WHEN: 3-9 p.m. Sundays, Mondays,
Bridge along the St. Croix River, downtown Stillwater
ice-carved tunnels, fountains and slides ready to be explored. Tickets must be purchased online $9.95$12.95/adults; $6.95-$8.95 children 4-11. Fire performances and princess appearances on weekends. Beverages and treats available inside the castle. Dress warm and wear boots.
DETAILS: See castles made of
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Wednesdays & Thursdays; 3-10 p.m. Fridays; Noon-10 p.m. Saturdays; beginning Jan. 6 and as weather permits
WHERE: North of the historic Lift
crushed ice with twinkling lights, magnificent archways and towers,
exhibits featuring the latest outdoor products and services, seminars and live animals. $9/ adults; $2.50 children 6-12; 5 and under free. Contact: 763-755-8111 or stpaulsportshow.com
ADVANCED CARE PLANNING
When: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, Jan. 13 Where: Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 E. County Rd. E Details: Join Community Outreach Specialist’s Emily Justman and Rachel Von Ruden to connect with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging’s (MAAA) Senior LinkAge Line and discuss advance care planning and health care directives, discover why this is important, discuss health care agents and more. Registration required. Contact: 651-407-2018
ARCTIC SHUFFLE 5K
stillwater
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STEM SATURDAY, CHROMATOGRAPHY
When: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Learn how components of a solution can be separated, even when individual components are invisible in solution. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300
FREE PARENTING WORKSHOP: ‘TEACH CHILDREN TO LISTEN THE FIRST TIME’
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15 Where: The Wishing Tree Play Café, 1011 Meadowlands Dr., White Bear Lake Details: Parents will come away with a plan to improve their child’s listening skills. Led by Behave Your Best! Analyst Jamie Waldvogel, MS, BCBA. Contact: https:// go.kidcheck. com/webforms/ eventregistration
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N Details: Join the Law Enforcement United Team Minnesota for a 5K run on paved trails or a ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB 2.5 mile snow shoe run. When: 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 17 Where: Kowalski’s parking lot, north end, 4391 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake Details: Walk around the lake followed by treats at the VFW. 3 mile hike lasts approx. 1 hour. Contact: 651-436-8593
INDOOR FARMERS MARKET
When: 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 Where: Shoreview Community Center Community Room, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Vendors offer a variety of baked goods, produce, salsa, jams and more. Contact: 651-490-4750 or shoreviewcommunity center.com
THIRD TUESDAY NIGHT ADULT BOOK CLUB
When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake Details: Read the book and join the discussion. This month’s selection can be found on the library website. No advance sign-up necessary. Contact: washcolib. org
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friendly movie. Free for community members. Call for movie title. Contact: 651-490-4750 or shoreviewcommunity center.com
MINNEAPOLIS GUITAR QUARTET
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: One of the major guitar ensembles in the world performs works by classical TRADITIONAL SWEDISH composers such as Piazzolla and Debussy, DINNER as well as Prince When: Serving and The Easy Beats. times 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Presented by the Thursday, Jan. 19 Wildwood Artist Series. Where: Christ Tickets $20/adults; $15/ Lutheran Church, 150 seniors; $12/students. 5th St., Marine on St. Croix Details: Proceeds 55+ DRIVER support global, regional IMPROVEMENT and local projects. PROGRAM 8-HOUR Guests 16 and under free. FIRST-TIME COURSE Contact: 651-433-3222 When: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or clcmarine.org Saturday, Jan. 21 Where: Hope Christian Church, 4911 THIRD THURSDAY Hodgson Rd., Shoreview NIGHT ADULT BOOK Details: Senior CLUB participants who When: 6:30-8 p.m. complete course Thursday, Jan. 19 will receive an auto Where: Hardwood insurance discount. $22; Creek Library, 19955 registration required. Forest Road N., Forest Contact: 888-234-1294 Lake or mnsafetycenter.org Details: Read the book and join the discussion. This month’s FAMILY SNOWSHOE selection can be found HIKE on the library website. When: 2-4 p.m. No advance sign-up Saturday, Jan. 21 necessary. Where: Warner Contact: washcolib. Nature Center, 15375 org Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Families ‘ALL IN THE TIMING’ with kids ages 6+ can When: 7:30 p.m. learn basic snowshoeing Thursday, Jan. 19; 7:30 techniques and hike p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, through the woods. 27 & Feb. 3; 7:30 p.m. Snowshoes provided. Saturdays, Jan. 21, 28 & Feb. 4; Sundays, Jan. 22, $7/WNC Friends and SMM members; $10/ 29 & Feb. 5 nonmembers. Weather Where: Lakeshore dependent. Registration Players, 4820 Stewart required. Ave., White Bear Lake Contact: 651-433-2427 Details: Collection of 6 short comedies is a light- ext. 10 hearted exploration of language, life, meaning SNOWSHOE, SIP and the pitfalls of AND STAY romance. Tickets $25/ When: 6-9 p.m. adult; $23/seniors; $20/ Saturday, Jan. 21 students. Where: Outing Contact: Lodge at Pine Point, lakeshoreplayers.org 11661 Myeron Rd. N., Stillwater Details: Snoeshow SENIOR DANCE When: 1-4 p.m. Friday, the luminary-lit Pine Point Park, followed Jan. 20 by dinner and roasted Where: Forest Lake American Legion, 355 W. marshmallows. $36/per person before Jan 12; Broadway Details: Enjoy mature rentals included. Contact: 651-439-9747 music and comaraderie at the dance, held the 3rd or outinglodge.com Friday of every month. $6/person includes MARCOUX CORNER lunch. Cash bar. Public CONCERT welcome. When: 7 p.m. Contact: 651-464-2600 Saturday, Jan. 21 Where: Mounds View High School Auditorium, DIVE-IN MOVIE 1900 Lake Valentine Rd., When: 7 p.m. Friday, Arden Hills Jan. 20 Details: Four piece a Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 cappella group performs toe-tapping music and N. Victoria St. engages the audience. Details: Guests can Part of the Music at float in the pool or relax on poolside chairs while Mounds View concert series. $15/adults; $10 watching a family-
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41st ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP & HOUSEHOLD PET CAT SHOW
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan 28 & 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29 Where: RiverCentre, 174 W. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul Details: More than 200 cats from around the United States will compete for the title of Best Cat. Sponsored by the Saintly City Cat Club. Admission $4 adults; $3 children under 10 and seniors. Contact: 651-455-8043 or dasibe@att.net
IDENTITY THEFT: PROTECT YOURSELF
When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 28 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Make identity protection part of a regular routine by learning what it is, how to avoid identity theft, and steps to take if it happens. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300
POLAR PLUNGE
When: Noon, Saturday, Jan. 28 Where: Ramsey Beach, 5050 Lake Ave. N., White Bear Lake Details: Fundraiser for Special Olympics. Contact: somn.org
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Centennial swim lose to Blaine but win against Champlin Park
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Spencer Schippel swimming the 400 Relay at the University of Minnesota
January started with a flurry of swim meets. The Centennial boys swim and dive team lost to Blaine 88 to 98 on Jan. 3. The boys rebounded on Thursday to beat Champlin Park 110-67. Their conference record is now 4-1. The team wrapped up the week competing at the Maroon and Gold Invite at the University of Minnesota aquatic center on Saturday. The highlights of the dual meet against Champlin Park were: Centennial placing fi rst (Skye Matson, Ivan Newham, Lucas Baufield, Lev Deshitsa), third (Jonah Carlson, Reece Gulbrandson, Matt Wiege, Charlie Swanson) and fi fth (Dane Stensland, Andrew Tran, Matt Anbro, Charlie Sylvester) in the 200 Medley relay. In the 200 free, the Cougars took second (Newham) and fourth (Matt Anbro). The next event was the 200 IM where the boys placed fi rst (Baufield), third (Carlson) and fourth (Liam Gulaid). The 50 sprint followed with Centennial placing fi rst (Matson), fourth (Gulbrandson) and fi fth (Swanson). In the 1m diving, Riley McNamara placed fi rst with Alberto Benito Lopez placing third and Ryan Shafter at fourth.
Centennial did well in the 100 fly, with fi rst (Matson), second (Wiege) and fi fth (Charlie Sylvester). In the 100 free, the cougars placed fi rst (L Deshitsa), third (Swanson) and fi fth (Wiege). Centennial won the 500 free uncontested placing first (Newham) and second (Anbro). In the 200 free relay, centennial took fi rst (Wiege, Sylvester, Swanson, Matson), third (Gulaid, Dema Deshitsa, Jason Kells, Trent McIntire). As the meet drew to the end, Centennial tied for fi rst (Baufield), third (Carlson) and fi fth (D Deshitsa) in the 100 back. This was followed by a trifecta victory in the 100 breast with Gulbrandson placing fi rst, L Deshitsa second and Sylvester third. The meet concluded with Centennial taking fi rst and third in the 400 free relay. At the Maroon and Gold invitational, the Cougars fi nished ninth against 14 teams. Alex Poellinger set a new school record in the 100 breaststroke of 1:01.97. The Cougars will compete against Armstrong at home on Thursday Jan 12th. Submitted by Brian Poellinger
Cougar gymnasts fought hard but Elks prevailed Emma Pierson scored a personal best on varsity beam with 7.85 tying for fourth place and on floor it was Emma Fest-Wilson taking fi fth place with a score of 8.025. On junior varsity the two Emma’s vaulted over the competition to tie for third (Pierson with 8.0) and fi fth places (Fest-Wilson with 7.95). Mary Steele took fourth on JV floor scoring 7.45 and Jillian Schotters took sixth on JV bars with a score of 6.2.
Centennial also competed Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Capital Cup (Minnesota Girls Gymnastics Officials Association) Varsity Invitational in Brooklyn Park fi nishing seventh with a team score of 118.55. The Cougars next competition will be at Maple Grove on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Submitted by Colleen Pierson
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Centennial’s varsity gymnastics competed against Elk River on Jan. 5 and lost 131.2 to 121.325; the junior varsity also lost 123.6 to 106.25. Several Cougars placed in top spots: Madison Baker finished fourth in the varsity all-around with a score of 30.525; Amy Marrah placed fi fth with 29.525. Baker took third on vault scoring 8.325; both girls also took sixth-place spots (Marrah on bars and floor, Baker on beam).
Cougar girls dealt first loss by Apple Valley, then win twice
Centennial’s No. 5 ranked girls basketball team was knocked from the unbeaten ranks by No. 4 Apple Valley 81-67 in the finals of the Roseville tournament, giving up 33 points to Brynne Rolland and 22 to Lyndsey Robson. Sara Stapleton netted 18 points and Taylor McAuley and Sydney Stapleton 17 each for Centennial. The Cougars (11-1) then beat Eden Prairie 74-62 and Andover 76-54 in conference, with Sydney and Sara Stapleton nailing 25 and 23 points, respectively, against Andover.
Lucas McGregor, junior forward, leads the No. 6 ranked Centennial hockey team in scoring with eight goals and nine assists. McGregor was a force as a sophomore, too, with 13 goals and 23 assists.
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Josh McGreal led with 26 points and Shane Baleen added 19 as the Centennial held off White Bear Lake 73-67 in
boys basketball. The Cougars (5-5) then lost to Andover 70-58.
Girls hockey now 10-6
Cougar girls hockey, playing without Team USA members Gabbie Hughes and Anneke Linser, who are in Europe for a tournament, are 10-6 after losing to Hill-Murray 6-1.
Cougar wrestlers ranked
The Centennial wrestlers have five members ranked — senior Tyler Shilson second at 145; senior Jake Bergeland, third at 138; senior Justin Mohlin, fifth at 195; senior Sam Byrd, fifth at 285; and sophomore Josh Noll, 10th at 170. Bruce Strand
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Hometown coach guiding deep, driven Cougar hockey team BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
Centennial hockey coaches are dealing with one of those niceproblem-to-have situations. “We are forced to ‘healthy-scratch’ three or four guys from our varsity team every game,” coach Ritch Menne reports, meaning they sit out kids who are not injured. “These guys probably would have been dressing in previous years. It's sad we have to do this, but I guess it's a good problem to have.” The Cougars are enjoying more depth than they’ve had in the six years under Menne and his staff, a tenure that includes state tournament trips in 2013 and 2014.
Depth is one reason they’ve they are ranked No. 6 with an 8-3 record against a strong schedule. The Cougars placed third in the power-packed Schwan Cup tournament where they beat No. 4 ranked Eden Prairie 4-3 on thirdperiod goals from Hayden and Graham Brickner. Their losses have come against No. 2 Elk River, No. 5 St. Thomas Academy and Maple Grove. Against Maple Grove (9-3) last Thursday, the Cougars lost 5-3 (including an emptynetter) after rallying for a 3-3 tie on slap shots by Ryan Kranz and Lucas McGregor. The Cougars then blanked Andover 4-0 on Saturday. Thirteen players share the team’s 46 goals, led by McGregor and
Carter Wagner with eight each, Matt Jennrich with six, and the Brickner brothers with five each. Goaltending is shared by Travis Allen (3-3 record, 3.0 goals against .887 save percentage) and Bryce Crowley (50, 1.2, and .940). Four lines, eight defensemen, and two goaltenders have had stepped up at various times, Menne said. Menne is coaching in his home town. He was a center for the Cougars in three varsity seasons under coach Erik Aus, graduating in 1990, and went on to play at Bethel College. He has three sons who play, including Jack, a junior forward on this year’s varsity. “We were nowhere close to as skilled as the guys who play at CHS now, but we took second my junior and senior year in the old Tri-Metro,” said Menne. “Our goal in 1988,1989 and 1990 was to win the conference and maybe make it three games into the section tournament. Now the goal for Centennial hockey is to win the Northwest Suburban Conference (NWSC), win the section tournament, and win a state championship.” Standards were elevated by Aus in his 24-year tenure with a 393184-27 record, eight conference championships and the state championship in 2004. When Aus retired in 2011, Menne took over, after serving 17 years coaching in the youth and high school ranks, including six years as junior varsity coach. The Cougars had not been to state
since the championship season but got there in Menne’s second and third seasons (going 0-2 at state each year). The team’s igniter is McGregor, who leads the balanced attack with 17 points (eight goals, nine assists), after logging 13 goals and 23 assists as a sophomore on a 19-7 team. McGregor is “as good as anyone in the NWSC, and a top player in the state,” Menne declared, praising the 5-foot-9 junior forward for his work ethic on the ice and in the weight room, and for superb athletic ability, intensity and stick work. “If the puck is on Lucas's stick, he could score at any time.” Others in their second productive offensive season are Jennrich (1216 last year), Graham Brickner (13-11) and Hayden Brickner (6-12). The brothers, quite similar in their intense, battling approach to the game, often surprise opponents, Menne said, with “how skilled they are with the puck, along with their toughness. The way they play together is really awesome to watch.” It’s a team driven to succeeded, the coach said, paying its dues on the ice and in the weight room, and supporting each other other constantly. The main aspect they need to work on, he added, is keeping their discipline up each game. “We have a very tough schedule and a very tough section. If we can't get better every day and stay disciplined, the season will end earlier than any of us want it to.”
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ANIMAL HOSPITAL: No longer “busting at the seams” FROM PAGE 1
technician who has been with the clinic since it opened, appreciates the spacious new lobby. “Not that it wasn’t easy back in the other location, but it just seems to make things flow a little bit nicer. Our lobby is a lot bigger and we’ve got more exam rooms, so we can accommodate people right away when they walk in for an appointment versus them waiting for a room to open up.” Veterinary Technician Lisa Ault said, “We were kind of bursting at the seams over at the other location, so this is much better with more room to move and room to grow a little bit.” Ault’s original career was in fi nance, but when she decided to switch careers, the path she wanted to take was clear after her husband’s encouragement. “He said, ‘you like
animals, and you like being around them. Why don’t you give that a try?’ So I did.” Ault’s favorite part of her job is client education. “I like educating people about their pets and the best way to take care of their pets.” Features of the new location include a larger play area for children in the waiting room, a bigger, better radiology room computer, larger kennel spaces with transparent doors, windows between work spaces in the back, a fi replace in the lobby with more seating, and larger examination rooms with larger exam tables. Rice Creek Animal hospital offers a 10 percent discount to all veterans, active military and active police, fi refi ghters and paramedics. The new clinic location is located at 6505 Ware Road, as compared to the old location at 6511 Ware Road.
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STILLWATER – The Stillwater Ice Castle officially opened on Friday, Jan. 6, resplendent with the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge in the background. Workers from Ice Castles LLC have been hard at work since October to hand-place each individual icicle, sculpting it into a masterpiece resembling a glacier or frozen waterfall, which is lit in changing colors against the night sky. The Ice Castles website has suggested a few tips for the best experience possible when visiting the castle: • Wear boots: The walking surface inside of the Ice Castles is made of crushed ice. Walking in boots is definitely best. • Buy tickets before you arrive: When you buy a ticket, you buy an arrival time. Ice Castles asks that you arrive within your 30 minute time window. Once you are inside the castle you can stay as long as you’d like. • Save some trees: When you buy your tickets online Ice Castles will send you an email with a unique QR code, so there’s no need to print your tickets. Admission employees can scan the code right from your phone. • Photography: Photos are encouraged but photography equipment such as tripods and lights should be left at home. For information about commercial or specialized photo sessions, email Ice Castles at info@icecastles.com. • Use a sled instead of a stroller: It is extremely difficult to push the stroller through the castle (think of it like trying to push a stroller through a sandy beach). • Dress warm: Dress like you are going to experience the elements. Layering clothing works best, and be sure to bring hats, mittens, jacket and snow pants.
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teaching opportunity on a lesson about empathy. The first-graders wrote letters of encouragement with kind words along with pictures to cheer Walsh up and let him know that they were still on his side. At the time, the students were studying a new curriculum called C.A.R.E.S, which stands for cooperation, assertion, responsibility, empathy and self control. “I thought it was a great way to tie that in,” Offerdahl said. The story hit newspapers, TV shows and websites all across the nation. Walsh even made a surprise visit to thank the kids for their kind words and signed autographs. “There are so many times you only hear about the things that are questionable or sad in the news ... When you do something kind, it can make a
“They learned that one act of kindness can really make an impact on the world and, more importantly, on that person. You could tell that he (Walsh) truly appreciated the fact that they looked beyond the mistake and were rooting for him,” Judie Offerdahl First-grade teacher difference and people gravitate toward it and maybe that will make the kindness spread.” “I was so glad the students were being honored. I thought it was neat, but after going, experiencing it and learning more about them (the awards), I should've been so flabbergasted (when they reached out),” she said. “It was great to be surrounded by people who do things that are right and fair.” The Musial Awards honor the legacy
of Stan Musial by celebrating the greatest moments of sportsmanship in North America. The awards recognize individuals and amazing stories of character, kindness, selflessness and integrity in sports. The awards are put on by the National Sportsmanship Foundation, a nonprofit organization managed by the St. Louis Sports Commission. Offerdahl was thrilled that the story of her students’ kindness had spread. “I
really wanted to show what these kids did, I never thought it would get this huge. I get to see the great stuff they do every day,” she said. “First-graders are so great. They have their moments where they are a little bit frustrated or they are upset at each other, but they can empathize so well and after that they are done and they are on to the next thing, whereas sometimes I as an adult will kind of hang onto things.”
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Fox spotted near the Fox Trace Development in Lino Lakes
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It turns out the fox of Fox Trace is not just a legend. This little guy was spotted near the Fox Trace development off of Hodgson Road on Linda Lane in Lino Lakes.
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POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department reported the following incidents: • Officers were dispatched to the 7000 block of Nottingham Lane at 1:38 a.m. Dec.28 for a motor vehicle tampering report. After further investigation, an 18-yearold male from Blaine was cited for motor vehicle tampering and possession of marijuana. • Officers responded to the 700 block of Apollo Drive at 6:58 p.m. Dec. 28 on a theft report. Officers arrived and charged a juvenile female and a juvenile male from Wyoming with theft. Both juveniles were trespassed from the location. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a semaphore violation in the 600 block of Apollo Drive at 3:02 p.m. The driver, a 42-year-old female from Wyoming, was arrested for fi fth-degree possession of a controlled substance, no insurance, possession of drug paraphernalia and a semaphore violation. The female was booked at the Anoka County Jail. • An officer responded to a
verbal domestic situation reported in the 100 block of Parkview Drive at 6:17 p.m. Dec.30. A juvenile male from Lino Lakes was cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana. • Officers stopped a vehicle for a moving violation near Lake Drive and Marketplace Drive. The driver, a 41-yearold male from Ramsey, was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI and booked at the Anoka County Jail. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 8000 block of I-35E at 1:19 a.m. Dec. 31. The driver, a 26-year-old male from Forest Lake was subsequently arrested for fourth-degree DWI. • An officer stopped a vehicle for several moving violations in the 8300 block of I-35E at 3:28 a.m. Jan. 1. The driver, a 37-year-old male from Maplewood, was arrested for fourth-degree DWI. The driver refused to submit to a breath test and was subsequently booked at the Anoka County Jail. • An officer stopped a vehicle
for speeding in the 700 block of Main Street at 10:33 a.m. Jan. 1. The driver, a 19-yearold male from Lino Lakes, was cited for underage drinking and driving and speeding. • An officer stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation in the 7000 block of Whipporwill Lane at 5:05 p.m. Jan. 1. The driver, a 19-year-old female from Lino Lakes, was cited for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The passenger, a 20-year-old male from Lino Lakes, was cited for providing a false name to police. • Officers responded to a domestic dispute in the 100 block of Parkview Drive at 12:06 a.m. Jan. 1. A juvenile male from Lino Lakes was subsequently arrested for fi fth-degree domestic assault. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a moving violation in the 8000 block of I-35E at 12:03 a.m. Jan. 2. The driver, a 33-year-old male from Chisago City, was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI,
possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle, possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to provide proof of insurance and speeding. The male was booked at the Anoka County Jail. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers were dispatched to the 20 block of East Road in Circle Pines Dec. 30 on a report of a garage fi re. Officers arrived on scene to fi nd flames and smoke in an unattached garage near a residence. Officers assisted the Centennial Fire District on the scene as requested. The cause of the fi re is currently under investigation and no injuries were reported. • Officers responded to the 8900 block of Hamline Avenue in Lexington Jan. 1 on a report of a domestic. Upon arrival, a medical emergency ensued and a male was transported to the hospital. • Officers responded to the 600 block of Civic Heights Drive in Circle Pines Jan. 2 on a
report of suspicious activity. There was no problem found. • Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Circle Pines on Jan. 2 for a single-vehicle property damage accident. Officers gathered information for a report and ordered the vehicle to be removed by a tow truck. Road conditions were extremely icy at the time of the crash. • Officers responded to the area of Lake Drive and Pine Drive in Circle Pines Jan. 2 on a report of a one-vehicle property damage crash. There were no injuries, but the vehicle was disabled and had to be towed from the scene. The damage was estimated to exceed $1,000. • Officers were dispatched to Walgreens in Circle Pines Jan. 2 to a property damage accident. Upon arrival, officers gathered information from the two involved parties, and the drivers advised that one vehicle was stopped at the red light when the other slid on ice and struck it.
ANOKA COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE The Anoka County Parks and Recreation Department hereby gives public notice of its intent to aerate four Anoka County lakes to prevent winterkill of game fish. The County intends to use mobile systems which may be used at any time. The aeration systems will cause areas of thin ice and open water that fluctuate greatly. The aeration systems are intended to be used on Centerville Lake, Coon Lake, Martin Lake, and Peltier Lake. If there are any questions concerning these aeration systems, please contact Glenn Fuchs, Anoka County’s Natural Resources specialist, at 763-767-2896. WARNING! STAY CLEAR OF DESIGNATED DANGER AREAS!
Published two times in the Quad Community Press on January 10 and 24, 2017.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION AUCTIONING DARREN STRINGER’S ’99 FORD WINDSTAR We will be auctioning Darren Stringer’s ’99 Ford Windstar. There is a mechanic lean of $1,002.77. VIN # 2FMZA514XBB05895. The auction will be on JANUARY 20, 2017 at ADL Auto Repair 7095 21st Ave. S, Centerville from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. The auction amount will start at $1,002.77. Published three times in the Quad Community Press on January 3, 10 and 17, 2017.
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“FENCES” (PG-13) (3.5) [THEMATIC ELEMENTS, LANGUAGE, AND SOME SUGGESTIVE REFERENCES.] — Oscar-worthy performances and well-written dialogue dominate this powerful, taut, realistic, down-to-earth, introspective, star-dotted (Mykelti Williamson, Stephen Henderson and Russell Hornsby), 138-minute film adapted from Pulitzer-Prize-winning August Wilson’s Tony-awarding-winning play that follows the routine life of a resentful sanitation worker (Denzel Washington) and his dysfunctional relationship with his devoted wife (Viola Davis) and football-loving son (Jovan Adepo) that implodes when he reveals a secret in the 1950s.
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— After a 5-year-old Indian boy (Sunny Pawar) gets separated from his older brother (Abhishek Bharate), is trapped on a train to Calcutta 1,600 kilometers from his home in 1986, and eventually is adopted by a caring Tasmanian couple (Nicole Kidman and David Wenham) in this poignant, heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, Oscar-worthy, factually based, two-hour film based on Saroo Brierley’s novel “A Long Way Home,” he finds himself haunted by his memories and desperate to locate his mother (Priyanka Bose), brother, and sister (Khushi Solanki) 25 years later as an adult (Dev Patel) by using Google Earth to trace his tumultuous journey, and returns to India in 2012.
“SING” (PG) (2.5) [SOME RUDE HUMOR AND MILD PERIL.] — A colorful, entertaining, family-oriented, star-studded (voiceovers by Jennifer Hudson, Nick Offerman, John C. Reilly, Rhea Pearlman, Leslie Jones, Laraine Newman, Jennifer Saunders and Jim Cummings), 110-minute animated musical in which a desperate koala bear theater owner (voiceover by Matthew McConaughey) decides to stage a singing competition in a lastditch effort to save his establishment, but when his glass-eyed chameleon secretary (voiceover by Garth Jennings) makes a mistake about the prize money on the flyers, more talented contestants, including a mother pig (voiceovers by Reese Witherspoon) with 26 piglets and a dancing partner (voiceover by Nick Krolls), a narcissistic mouse (voiceover by Seth McFarlane), a getaway-car-driving gorilla (voiceover by Taron Egerton), a just-dumped porcupine (voiceover by Scarlett Johansson) and a shy elephant (voiceover by Tori Kelly), audition.
WENDY SCHADEWALD The preceding films were reviewed by Wendy Schadewald, who has been a Twin Cities film critic since 1986. To see more of her film reviews, log on to www.shortredheadreelreviews.com.
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Miss Chain of Lakes seeks Outstanding Teen BLAINE — The Miss Chain of Lakes pageant is currently looking for a talented girl from the northern suburbs of the Twin Cities between the ages of 13 and 17 to represent the area in Minnesota's Outstanding Teen competition in June. The selected Outstanding Teen for the Chain of Lakes Scholarship Program will be sponsored to compete at the state level where many scholarships are available to titleholders based on different areas of achievement, such as talent, service, academic scholarship, on-stage presence or physical fitness. The Chain of Lakes team has extensive background in the performing arts and also provides coaching for paperwork, interview and on stage presence. Details about the program and eligibility are at http://www.misschainofl akes.org/ teen-competition.html. The Miss Minnesota Scholarship Pageant is a nonprofit organization that awards scholarships to
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